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Lanny

Max Porter
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Lanny

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

Max Porter

Lanny

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

English Village • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lanny by Max Porter follows Robert and Jolie Lloyd as they struggle to connect with their enigmatic son, Lanny, in a rural English town. The narrative intertwines their anxieties about parenting with the mythical presence of Dead Papa Toothwort, who becomes obsessed with Lanny. Through mysterious events, the couple redefines their understanding of parenthood, exploring themes of intimacy and belonging in the modern era. Topics include a child's disappearance.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Fantastical

Emotional

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

30,375 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Lanny by Max Porter is praised for its inventive prose and lyrical quality, drawing readers into a mystical rural English village. The novel's unique narrative structure and rich, poetic language have captivated many, though some find it disjointed and challenging to follow. Overall, its blend of folklore and contemporary issues makes it a standout but polarizing read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lanny?

A reader who would enjoy Max Porter's Lanny is likely fond of lyrical, poetic prose and modern fairy tales. Fans of David Mitchell's The Bone Clocks and George Saunders' Lincoln in the Bardo will appreciate the blend of magical realism and emotionally resonant storytelling. This reader values surreal, intricate narratives that probe deeply into the human condition.

4.1

30,375 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

English Village • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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